What Is Pour Over Coffee? Why It’s Loved by Specialty Coffee Roasters
In Calgary’s growing coffee scene, one brewing method continues to stand out for its precision and clarity—pour over coffee. More than just a brewing technique, pour over is a craft that highlights the true character of each coffee bean. Unlike automatic brewing methods, pour over involves carefully pouring hot water over freshly ground coffee. This […]
Best Coffee Roasters in Calgary: How to Find Great Specialty Coffee
If you’re searching for great coffee in Calgary, it’s important to look beyond just café aesthetics or location. What truly defines a great cup is the philosophy of the roaster and the origin of the beans. Calgary has rapidly grown into a vibrant hub for specialty coffee, with an increasing number of skilled coffee roasters […]
What Makes Specialty Coffee Different?
What Makes Specialty Coffee Different? Quality, Sourcing & Craft Explained In a city with a growing coffee culture like coffee Calgary, the term specialty coffee appears everywhere—but its meaning is often less clear. Specialty coffee is not simply about higher prices or trendy cafés. It represents a different approach to quality, transparency, and intention at every […]
New Year, New Journey to Origin Chapter
Ethiopia Coffee Harvest 2026: What We Saw, Learned, and What Comes Next Ethiopia is one of the first countries in the calendar year to start their harvest. To be there on time, we left Canada on January 5 to get the first glimpse of Ethiopia coffee harvest very early into 2026. As always, we wanted […]
What Exactly Is a Macchiato?
What Exactly Is a Macchiato? The macchiato is one of the most misunderstood drinks in the café world.Many people think of it as a small latte or a sweet caramel drink, but thetraditional macchiato is something completely different—especially in theworld of specialty coffee. A Small Drink With a Clear Purpose The word macchiato means “stained” […]
Why Oat Milk Works So Well with Coffee
Why Oat Milk Works So Well with Coffee Oat milk has quickly become the most popular dairy alternative in cafés, andit’s not just because more people are choosing plant-based options. There arereal flavor and texture reasons that make it an ideal match for coffee—whetheryou’re enjoying it at home or in a coffee in shop setting. […]
What Is Specialty Coffee?
— The Story Behind That One Special Cup You might have seen the term “specialty coffee” on café menus or on coffee beanpackages. But have you ever wondered, “What exactly makes this coffee so special?”Contrary to what some might think, “specialty coffee” doesn’t just mean “fancy” or“delicious” coffee. It’s a globally recognized category with clear […]
Milk-Based Coffee Drinks Explained: Cortado, Flat White, Cappuccino & Latte
Hello, I’m Harry. In our last session, we explored espresso and its various types. This time, let’s dive into the world of milk-based coffee beverages, crafted with love using our private label coffee roasting expertise. At Q.lab, we’re passionate about crafting unique, high-quality coffee beverages using our locally roasted coffee beans. Join us in […]
Coffee Varietals Explained: Types of Coffee Beans Including Geisha
Coffee Varietals (including Geisha!) Did you know that coffee is a fruit? Pretty crazy to think about, especially if you’ve never thought of coffee for what it is beyond a drink to wake you up in the morning. But it is a fruit! And like any other fruit coffee has different species and breeds […]
What Is Sustainable Coffee? A Guide to Ethical & Responsible Coffee
Defining a Sustainable Coffee Industry (By Autumn Skinner) Why is sustainability important in the coffee trade? Like every other commodity, coffee is a product that can either flourish or wither based on the crop’s environment. Being sustainable means thinking long-term and with the world’s natural resources in mind. Past the farming, there’s roasting, production, packaging […]